‘Love is a beautiful thing’- Noah Lyles’ fiancé Junelle Bromfield gushes after Melissa Jefferson ties the knot

Noah Lyles fiancé Junelle Bromfield was over the moon as fellow track athlete Melissa Jefferson tied the knot.

Paris 2024 Olympic gold medalist Melissa Jefferson recently tied the knot with her college sweetheart, Rolan Wooden II, in a heartwarming, private ceremony held at the Winter Park Events Center in Winter Park, Florida.

The couple exchanged vows on Sunday, March 2nd, in front of 250 close friends and family, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their love story.

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Jefferson shared her joy, stating, “This is definitely a dream come true.”

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The 100m bronze medalist and the lead-off runner for Team USA’s gold-winning 4×100 meter relay team at the Paris Olympics looked radiant as she became Mrs. Wooden, sharing intimate moments from the wedding day on social media.

The wedding post captured the couple’s happiness, with a picture showcasing the newlyweds under the caption, “Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Wooden.”

This milestone sparked admiration from fellow athletes, including Jamaica’s Junelle Bromfield, the fiancé of Olympic champion Noah Lyles.

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Bromfield, known for her own impressive track record, took a moment to congratulate Jefferson, writing on social media, “Love is a beautiful thing ❤️.”

Bromfield’s words resonated deeply, as she and Lyles are also planning their own wedding.

The couple, who got engaged in October 2024, are eyeing a 2026 wedding and recently took the significant step of moving in together that same year.

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Bromfield has often expressed her excitement about the future, with many fans eagerly awaiting their celebration of love.

Jefferson’s wedding was not just a celebration of love between the couple but also a joyous reunion of Olympians.

Among the 250 guests were fellow gold medalists and close friends, including sprinter Twanisha “Tee Tee” Terry, who served as a bridesmaid, and renowned athletes such as teammate Sha’Carri Richardson, Kenny Bednarek, and Christian Coleman.

As both Jefferson and Bromfield continue to excel in their respective athletic careers, it’s clear that love, whether on the track or off, remains a beautiful and central part of their lives.